NN3 postcode
Broadband in NN3 9XE
Billing, West Northamptonshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 16 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at NN3 9XE. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at NN3 9XE
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at NN3 9XE
Based on 70 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
407
Mbps
Upload
124
Mbps
Latency
16
ms
Tests
70
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at NN3 9XE
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near NN3 9XE
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
4
towers
Nearest Tower
1.3
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
House prices
Average price
£59,750
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £55,000 | GALLFIELD COURT | |
| £63,000 | GALLFIELD COURT | |
| £60,000 | GALLFIELD COURT | |
| £58,500 | GALLFIELD COURT | |
| £67,000 | GALLFIELD COURT | |
| £55,000 | GALLFIELD COURT |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 126
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standens Barn Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Ecton Brook Primary School | Academy converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| St Andrew's Ceva Primary School | Voluntary aided school | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Northampton Academy | Academy sponsor led | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Billing Brook Special School | Academy special converter | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
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Flood risk
Zone 1
🟢
Very low flood risk
This postcode has no recorded flood risk from rivers or sea according to Environment Agency data.
Flood Zone
Zone 1
Risk Level
Very Low
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Good air quality
Air quality data not available.
WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: West Northamptonshire 026A
Population
1,769
Census 2021
Density
534
per km² · Urban
Median Age
38
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01027140
Overall IMD Decile
1 / 10
Most deprived
Ranked
185
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Northampton 011A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 1 | 429 | Most deprived |
| Employment | 1 | 400 | Most deprived |
| Education | 1 | 64 | Most deprived |
| Health | 1 | 1 | Most deprived |
| Crime | 1 | 1 | Most deprived |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
EV Solutions
3.4 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
4.9 mi
away
InstaVolt Ltd
4.9 mi
away
BP Pulse
5.0 mi
away
Orla-alma
6.2 mi
away
Council tax bands
Band distribution for West Northamptonshire
Most common: Band C
~£1,841/yr · West Northamptonshire
Annual council tax estimates for West Northamptonshire, 2024/25
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
BROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
MAYFIELD SURGERY
new patients
DR ABBAS
new patients
RILLWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
WOODVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
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Looking at NN3 9XE in Billing? Here is what the data says. From broadband coverage to crime rates, this is the full picture. All numbers are from official sources. The guide is updated as new data becomes available.
100% of premises at NN3 9XE can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 100% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is Gigabit (1Gbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at NN3 9XE. 100% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.
Translating the numbers at NN3 9XE into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 123.62 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Latency sits at 16 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.
Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN3 9XE. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.
Ookla Speedtest users at NN3 9XE see average downloads of 406.64 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 123.62 Mbps. Latency sits at 16 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 70 speed tests run by local users.
0% of premises at NN3 9XE fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.
Within 2 km that count rises to 4. The nearest tower is 1.3 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
The average property price at NN3 9XE is £59,750. That is below the national average of £290,000. This is based on 6 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.
In the latest month of data, 126 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is higher than average for England and Wales. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include shoplifting and anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to NN3 9XE is Standens Barn Primary School. It is a Academy converter school, 0.62 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at NN3 9XE is rated Very Low (Zone 1). The area is not considered at significant risk of flooding. Standard home insurance should be straightforward. Air quality is rated Good with PM2.5 at 3.6 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits set by the World Health Organisation.
The LSOA covering NN3 9XE has a population of approximately 1769. Median age is 38. That is close to the national median of 40.
Ealing Broadway station is the closest rail link at 55.1 miles from NN3 9XE. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Finsbury Park is the next closest at 56 miles. London Paddington offers another option at 57.4 miles.
The most common council tax band near NN3 9XE is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire. The three most common bands are C (27%), D (25%), B (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.
4G outdoor coverage at NN3 9XE reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.6%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 98.5%. That makes 5G home broadband a genuine alternative to fixed-line connections. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.
Suitability scores for NN3 9XE: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 85/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
The local authority for NN3 9XE is West Northamptonshire. The immediate area is Billing, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN3 postcode area contains 1293 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN3 ranges from 25% to 100%. NN3 9XE is close to the area average of 100%.
How does NN3 9XE compare to its neighbours? NN3 9AU (0.03 miles, Billing) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 9AX (0.03 miles, Billing) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 9SJ (0.05 miles, Billing) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN3 9AN (0.07 miles, Billing) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
Not every property at NN3 9XE gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.
The age profile is close to the national median. A mix of families, professionals, and retirees.
What does all of this mean for someone considering NN3 9XE? Connectivity at NN3 9XE is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. West Northamptonshire as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Billing has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.
Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.
Numbers tell part of the story for NN3 9XE. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.
This covers the key data for NN3 9XE. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Billing hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.
Frequently asked questions about NN3 9XE
What are the broadband speeds available at NN3 9XE?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN3 9XE. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near NN3 9XE?
The average property price at NN3 9XE is £59,750, based on 6 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at NN3 9XE?
NN3 9XE has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.
What schools are nearby in the NN3 9XE area?
The nearest school is Standens Barn Primary School (Academy converter), 0.62 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in NN3 9XE compare to other areas?
126 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is above average for England and Wales.
How suitable is NN3 9XE for remote working?
NN3 9XE scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at NN3 9XE?
4G outdoor coverage at NN3 9XE is 100%. 5G reaches 98.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN3 9XE?
EPC data for NN3 9XE is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at NN3 9XE?
The most common council tax band near NN3 9XE is Band C. The billing authority is West Northamptonshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near NN3 9XE?
GP surgery data for NN3 9XE is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near NN3 9XE?
The nearest train station to NN3 9XE is Ealing Broadway, 55.1 miles away. Finsbury Park is also nearby.
Is NN3 9XE a suitable area for families?
NN3 9XE scores 55/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.
What is the air quality like at NN3 9XE?
Air quality at NN3 9XE is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.6 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN3 9XE?
EV charging data for NN3 9XE is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at NN3 9XE?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
NN3 9XERemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
55Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
85Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
Billing
District
West Northamptonshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01027140
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